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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

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Top 16% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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94%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700KF

47,330 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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0-29

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The Intel Core i7-13700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 form a desktop pairing that lands in the 70th percentile of all combined CPU-GPU configurations. This build is anchored by a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor and a 12 GB Ada Lovelace GPU, creating a system that sits solidly in the upper-midrange tier. The data here is not measured; the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows for this exact combination, so all FPS discussion below is estimated from the individual benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i7-13700KF compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is 47330. It trails the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H by -0.3% (47468) and the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 by -0.4% (47527). It beats the Intel Core i9-12900F by 0.3% (47176) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 by 0.7% (47022). In practical terms, these are near-identical performance levels.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 sits at the 50th percentile of all GPUs. This places it exactly in the middle of the performance distribution, meaning half of all GPUs score above and half below this model.

Q: What memory does the CPU support?

A: The Core i7-13700KF supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, running on a dual-channel memory bus. It also supports ECC memory, which is uncommon for a mainstream desktop CPU.

Q: Is the CPU multiplier unlocked?

A: Yes, the multiplier is unlocked. This means the processor supports overclocking, assuming the rest of the platform (motherboard, cooling, PSU) can handle it.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4070 AD103 comes with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 1313 MHz, which translates to 21 Gbps effective.

Q: When was the GPU released?

A: The GPU has a release date of 2024-02-29. Its production status is listed as end-of-life, and its predecessor is the GeForce 30 series, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor.

Q: What PCIe interface does the GPU use?

A: The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), so the GPU will run at PCIe 4.0 speeds, which is the interface the GPU is designed for.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a well-balanced pairing, though the CPU has a clear strength in multi-threaded workloads that the GPU cannot match in raw compute. The CPU’s 3dmark_max_threads score is 12462, while its single-thread score is 1137. This shows a roughly 11x scaling from single to max threads, confirming the 16-core/24-thread design is effective at parallelizing work. The GPU’s FP32 compute is 29.15 TFLOPS, which is its headline compute figure, but the GPU has no benchmark scores in the FACT PACK to compare directly against the CPU’s scores.

In gaming, the CPU’s single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 1137) is strong enough to feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the GPU’s 50th percentile ranking suggests it will be the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU’s high single-thread score and 16 cores will likely keep frame rates high, but the GPU will still cap maximum FPS. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, as its 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are the primary constraints. The CPU’s Passmark multithread score of 45817 indicates it will not bottleneck in CPU-heavy tasks like strategy games or simulation titles, where the 16 cores can be fully utilized.

For productivity, the CPU is the dominant component. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 38704 dwarfs what the GPU can do in non-rendering tasks. In video encoding or software compilation, the CPU will be the workhorse, with the GPU only accelerating specific filters or effects. The GPU’s 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores suggest it will handle ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads, but without measured game FPS data, the exact balance remains an estimate. The combined percentile of 70 indicates the system is balanced enough that neither component will consistently idle while the other works.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU’s 3dmark_single_thread score of 1137 and 2-thread score of 2263 suggest it can drive very high frame rates in esports titles. The GPU’s 50th percentile ranking means it will handle most games at high settings, but the 12 GB VRAM could be a limiting factor in newer titles at ultra settings. Expect smooth performance, but not top-tier 4K frame rates.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The Passmark data_encryption score of 33314 and data_compression score of 596493 indicate strong throughput for stream encoding. The GPU’s tensor cores can also assist with AI-based encoding features, making this a capable streaming platform.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 38704 is the key number here. Timeline scrubbing, rendering, and exporting will all benefit from the CPU’s multi-threaded power. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for 4K editing timelines and GPU-accelerated effects, though larger projects may require more memory.

3D rendering: In CPU-based renderers, the 13700KF’s 16 cores will deliver strong performance. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 16255 and R15 multicore score of 3901 show consistent scaling across generations of the benchmark. For GPU-based renderers, the RTX 4070 AD103’s 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 46 RT cores will handle ray-traced scenes, but the 12 GB VRAM limits scene complexity.

Software development: Compilation times benefit directly from multi-core performance. The Geekbench multicore score of 18258 and Passmark multithread score of 45817 indicate rapid build times. The CPU’s support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives flexibility in platform choice, and ECC memory support is a bonus for stability-sensitive development environments.

Student and office work: This is overkill for word processing or spreadsheets. The single-thread Passmark score of 4336 and 3dmark_2_threads score of 2263 mean everyday applications will feel instant. The 125 W TDP and 550 W suggested PSU are modest for a desktop, so the system will not be excessively loud or power-hungry during light workloads.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers who want high-refresh 1440p performance without stepping up to a flagship GPU. The GPU’s 50th percentile ranking and 12 GB VRAM make it suitable for 1440p ultra settings in most current titles, while the CPU’s high single-thread score ensures no bottleneck in CPU-bound games. Content creators who work in both CPU-heavy and GPU-accelerated workflows will find the balance appealing. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 38704 handles video exports, while the GPU’s 46 RT cores accelerate ray-traced renders.

Developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the 16 cores and 24 threads. The Passmark integer_math score of 154507 and floating_point_math score of 114997 indicate strong arithmetic throughput, which is useful for scientific computing and financial modeling. Students in engineering or computer science programs can use this for CAD, simulation, and coding assignments, though the 125 W TDP means they need a suitable case and cooling.

Small business workstations running virtualization, database servers, or heavy Excel models will appreciate the ECC memory support and 16 cores. The CPU’s percentileVsAllCpus of 89 places it in the top 11% of all CPUs, so this is not a budget compromise. However, the GPU’s end-of-life status means buyers should consider if they need the latest features or if the 50th percentile performance is sufficient for their graphics workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700KF is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The die size is 257 mm², and it uses the Intel Socket 1700. The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, and it has 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only).

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that scales exceptionally well with thread count. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 10749 is 86% of the max_threads score of 12462, indicating that the 16 physical cores are efficiently utilized. The 8-thread score of 8230 is 66% of the max, showing good scaling even beyond the physical core count. The single-thread score of 1137 in 3dmark and 5464 in Cinebench R23 are strong, placing it in the upper echelon of desktop processors.

In real workloads, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 38704 means video rendering, 3D scene compilation, and code compilation will be fast. The Geekbench multicore score of 18258 confirms this across a different benchmark suite. The Passmark data_encryption score of 33314 and data_compression score of 596493 show that the processor handles encryption and compression tasks well, which is relevant for database work and file archiving. The find_prime_numbers score of 186 is a weak point, but this is a niche workload that rarely matters in real applications.

The 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 47330, places this processor just below the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H and AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945, both of which are newer or more specialized parts. The 0.3% lead over the Core i9-12900F shows that this is a meaningful generational improvement over the previous flagship.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 uses the AD103 chip on TSMC’s 5 nm process, with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. It has 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. The ray tracing hardware consists of 46 RT cores, and there are 184 tensor cores for AI workloads. The base clock is 1920 MHz, with a boost clock of 2475 MHz.

The memory subsystem is 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The memory clock is 1313 MHz, which translates to 21 Gbps effective. The pixel rate is 158.4 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 455.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 and FP16 compute are both 29.15 TFLOPS, with FP16 running at a 1:1 ratio to FP32, which is notable for a GPU in this class.

The 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs means this card is exactly average in the current GPU landscape. It has no benchmark scores in the FACT PACK, so direct performance comparisons rely on the hardware specifications. The 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1440p gaming and most content creation tasks, but the 192-bit bus and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are modest compared to higher-tier cards. The 46 RT cores will handle ray tracing at playable frame rates, but the 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 compute suggests that rasterization performance is the card’s primary strength.

The GPU has a TDP of 200 W, uses a single 16-pin power connector, and requires a 550 W suggested PSU. It is a dual-slot card measuring 240 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. The display outputs are 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700, which means it is compatible with Intel 12th and 13th gen motherboards. The 13700KF supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, so buyers can reuse older DDR4 memory or invest in a DDR5 platform. The memory bus is dual-channel, and ECC memory support is present, which is a plus for workstation use. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, but the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, so the interface will run at PCIe 4.0 speeds.

The GPU’s suggested PSU is 550 W, and the CPU’s TDP is 125 W. Combined with the rest of the system, a 550 W PSU provides adequate headroom for this configuration. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector, which is the modern standard for NVIDIA 40-series cards. The GPU’s production status is end-of-life, so the upgrade path for this specific GPU is to move to the GeForce 50 series, but that is a future consideration.

A sensible next upgrade would be to increase memory capacity or speed, depending on the motherboard. If the platform uses DDR4, moving to DDR5 would require a new motherboard. The CPU’s unlocked multiplier means overclocking is possible, but this requires a capable cooler and motherboard with good VRM components. The 10 nm process and 125 W TDP mean that a capable air cooler or a basic liquid cooler should suffice, though the FACT PACK does not specify cooler requirements.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build, as indicated by the buildClass field. The combined percentile is 70, which means this configuration performs better than 70% of all CPU-GPU pairings in the database. The CPU is the stronger component, ranking in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. This asymmetry means the CPU has more headroom than the GPU for demanding workloads.

The pairing of a 16-core Raptor Lake processor with a 12 GB Ada Lovelace GPU is a classic high-performance desktop configuration. The CPU’s 24 threads handle multi-threaded productivity tasks, while the GPU’s 29.15 TFLOPS and 46 RT cores provide solid rasterization and ray tracing performance. The system is balanced enough that neither component will be the sole bottleneck in most workloads, though the GPU will limit performance in heavily graphics-bound scenarios.

The build class of desktop means this is intended for a stationary workstation or gaming rig. The GPU’s dimensions of 240 mm length, 110 mm height, and 40 mm width mean it will fit in most mid-tower cases, and the dual-slot design is standard. The CPU’s socket and memory support give flexibility in platform choice, making this a versatile foundation.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s benchmark scores are extensive. In 3dmark, the scores are 10749 for 16 threads, 2263 for 2 threads, 4474 for 4 threads, 8230 for 8 threads, 12462 for max threads, and 1137 for single thread. In Cinebench, the R15 multicore score is 3901, R15 singlecore is 550, R20 multicore is 16255, R20 singlecore is 2294, R23 multicore is 38704, and R23 singlecore is 5464. Geekbench multicore is 18258 and singlecore is 2435. Passmark scores include data_compression at 596493, data_encryption at 33314, extended_instructions at 36700, find_prime_numbers at 186, floating_point_math at 114997, integer_math at 154507, multithread at 45817, physics at 2650, random_string_sorting at 62726, and single_thread at 4336.

The GPU has no benchmark scores in the FACT PACK. Its percentileVsAllGpus is 50, with an avgBenchmarkScore of 0. There are no nearestRivals listed for the GPU. The measuredFpsUltraByGame is empty, and pairRankByFps is null. The dataIsMeasured field is false, confirming that no FPS data exists for this combination.

The combined picture is a CPU that excels in multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads alike, with an average benchmark score of 47330. The GPU’s hardware specifications indicate solid mid-range performance, but without benchmark scores, its exact position relative to other GPUs is defined only by the 50th percentile ranking. The combined percentile of 70 suggests that this build will handle most games at high settings and most productivity tasks without issue, but it is not a top-tier enthusiast configuration. The CPU’s 89th percentile ranking is the standout feature, while the GPU’s 50th percentile is the limiting factor.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

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